Analyst Summary
- NCAT’s Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of Verde’s S-11 cross-section at the NCAT Test Track demonstrates significant advancements in road construction.
- TerraZyme® reduced overall carbon emissions by 46% compared to conventional methods.
- TerraZyme® cut Portland cement use by 60% and completely eliminated hydrated lime.
- The technology utilizes in-situ soil, minimizing reliance on externally sourced materials and reducing the logistics footprint.
- Eight months of comparative data confirm S-11’s superior performance, with minimal rutting, no cracking, and an exceptionally low International Roughness Index (IRI).
- The data from NCAT will be submitted to Climate Action Reserve to generate carbon avoidance credits.
- Verde remains committed to driving innovation in Net Zero road construction by collaborating with strategic partners to commercialize common-sense, sustainable infrastructure solutions.
Potential Implications
Company Performance
- Broader adoption of TerraZyme® in road construction across the U.S. and globally.
- Increased industry acceptance and investment in sustainable infrastructure.
- Potential for generating carbon avoidance credits.
- Strengthened position as a leader in sustainable infrastructure.
Stock Price
- Positive investor sentiment due to the environmental and economic benefits of TerraZyme®.
- Potential for increased stock value as the company commercializes and expands the use of its technology.
- Attractiveness to socially responsible investors.